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How would you design a study to determine the contributions of genes, shared environment, and nonshared environment on alcoholism?


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Genes

Sequences of DNA or RNA that code for molecules that express genetic traits. They are the basic physical and functional units of heredity.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, plant, or animal lives or operates, encompassing both natural and built factors.

Intelligence Tests

Standardized tests designed to measure and assess an individual's intellectual capabilities and potential.

Predictive Validity

The extent to which a score or measurement can accurately predict future performance on a related task or outcome.

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